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You’re here because you want to tackle climate change
and take Ocean action. 

 

Explore the many ways you can challenge yourself
and, simultaneously, make a positive impact on our blue planet.  

FUNDRAISE TO PROTECT THE OCEAN

THE WAYS YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT ARE ENDLESS.  

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Whether you want to participate in a challenge event, organise your own event, set up a birthday fundraiser, or something else entirely: You’ll be making a massive difference.

 

 

How do you want to make an impact?

 

– Sign up for a challenge event.

– Create a social media fundraiser for Ocean Generation.

– Start a JustGiving page.

– Access the schools and university fundraising packs.

– Just donate.

 

TAKE ON A CHALLENGE FOR THE OCEAN

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    Arla Great North Swim

    The Arla Great North Swim is a celebration of open water swimming. Expect stunning scenery, the best of local food and drink, culture, art, history and thousands of like-minded people coming together.   

     

    The one mile is for swimmers of all abilities and is the equivalent to 64 lengths of a standard 25m pool. You can choose to enjoy a leisurely breaststroke while taking in the scenery or kick into crawl for a faster time

     

    Truly connect yourself with nature, complete a new challenge and reap the physical and mental benefits from wild swimming.

     

    When: 13th – 15th June

    Where: Windermere, Lake District

    Registration fee: FREE

    Fundraising Target: £250

    Register your interest in taking part
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    Jurassic Coast Challenge

    Join 3,000 adventurers of all experience levels & ages and Walk, Jog or Run the spectacular Jurassic Coast – a World Heritage Site.

     

    Choose from the full 100km challenge, 75km, a 50km half challenge, a 25km quarter, Jurassic Marathon or even a 10km
    distance. Starting from Corfe Castle, the route heads to Swanage, then along to Lulworth Cove, past Durdle Door, with ups and downs all the way to the Weymouth halfway point.

     

    For 100km challengers – it’s past Portland Bill, nature reserves, along the western end of Chesil Beach to West Bay’s famous
    cliffs, before a finish line celebration in vibrant Bridport.

     

    When: 17th – 18th May

    Where: Dorset

    Registration fee: £20 – £50

    Fundraising Target: £100 – £575

    Click here for full details of prices and to register
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    Thames Path Challenge

    The full Thames Path Ultra Challenge 100km follows England’s greatest river, from Putney Bridge past Hampton Court to
    Runnymede of Magna Carta fame at 50km, then on past wonderful historic scenery all the way to Henley. Then on through
    Windsor and wonderful historic scenery all the way to Henley.

     

    With 75km, 50km, 25km and 10km challenge options also available – there’s a challenge here for everyone – and you can join as an individual or as a team of friends / family.

     

    When: 13th – 14th September

    Where: London

    Registration fee: £20 – £50

    Fundraising Target: £100 – £575

    Click here for full details of prices and to sign up
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    ULTRA CHALLENGE SERIES 2025

    Looking for a challenge – to test yourself, to get in shape, or bond with friends on a weekend adventure? If so, an Ultra Challenge® is for you – and you don’t need to be a budding elite athlete – they’re for everyone, take it on at your pace!

     

    Whether along stunning coastlines, or trails through wonderful countryside, your Ultra Challenge® will be unforgettable – with full support all the way, camaraderie, an amazing sense of achievement, and all in support of Ocean Generation.

     

    Push yourself further – and take on a 10km, 25km, 50km 75km or even a 100km Ultra Challenge in 2025!

    Click here to view the full list of Ultra Challenges
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    EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET STARTED 

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      SET UP A FUNDRAISING PAGE

      JustGiving is the go-to place for fundraisers.  

       

      1. Set up your account.

       

      2. Find Ocean Generation, choose your fundraiser and set a target.

       

      3. Start fundraising to restore the Ocean.

       

      4. Let everyone know about it (family, friends, colleagues, neighbours, everyone on your Facebook friends list).

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      LAUNCH A SOCIAL MEDIA FUNDRAISER

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      Did you know you can set up a Facebook / Instagram fundraiser?  

    FUNDRAISE TO PROTECT THE OCEAN AT SCHOOL AND UNIVERSITY

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      Protect the Ocean by fundraising at school

      Supporting us throughout the school year is an incredible way to engage your students in science-backed, UNESCO-endorsed Ocean education and resources.

       

      Dive into the fundraising pack to learn what activities you can run, at school, to fundraise for the Ocean.

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      Ways to fundraise and protect the Ocean at university 

      We’re sharing a how-to guide for running your own fundraising event at university and sharing ideas for engaging ways you can raise awareness about the importance of the Ocean.

       

      Plus, in the fundraising pack, we share what impact you’ll actually have if you support us.

    WE’RE HERE TO CHEER YOU ON (& ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU HAVE)  

    Say hello

    Have a JustGiving question? Maybe you have a different fundraising idea
    in mind? Just want to tell us what     you’re up to?      

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